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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Dexalone Cough Syrup is used to treat dry cough. It contains Dextromethorphan, which works by blocking the cough receptor present in the brain, that is known to cause cough. It is generally prescribed for short-term treatment of dry cough. It does not treat chronic cough or cough caused due to smoking, emphysema, and asthma. It may cause common side effects such as dizziness, drowsiness, sleepiness, confusion, and nausea. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.
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Manufacturer/Marketer :

Delcure Life Sciences Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

3 Days Returnable

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

About Dexalone Cough Syrup

Dexalone Cough Syrup is used to treat dry cough. Cough is a reflex action that helps to clear any foreign irritant or mucus in the throat. Mostly, a cough lasts for a short time (two to three weeks), so it is acute. But sometimes, if it is persistent for more than eight weeks, it can lead to chronic cough. Dry cough refers to a cough where there is no mucus or secretion along with cough.

Dexalone Cough Syrup contains Dextromethorphan, which is a cough suppressant. It works by blocking the cough receptor present in the brain, which is known to cause cough. Dexalone Cough Syrup is generally prescribed for short-term treatment of dry cough. It does not treat chronic cough or cough caused due to smoking, emphysema, and asthma.

Take Dexalone Cough Syrup as prescribed. Your doctor will advise you on how often you take Dexalone Cough Syrup based on your medical condition. The most common side effects of Dexalone Cough Syrup are dizziness, drowsiness, sleepiness, confusion, and nausea. Most of these side effects of Dexalone Cough Syrup do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Do not take Dexalone Cough Syrup if you are allergic to any of its components. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before starting Dexalone Cough Syrup. Also, mention all the OTC medicines you are talking to your doctor about before taking Dexalone Cough Syrup. If your condition does not improve or your cough comes back or occurs with fever or rash, please visit the doctor immediately as this could be serious.

Uses of Dexalone Cough Syrup

Treatment of dry cough

Directions for Use

Tablet/Capsule: Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush or chew it.Syrup/Suspension/Drops: Shake the bottle well before use. Take the prescribed dose by mouth using the measuring cup/dosing syringe/dropper provided by the pack.Lozenges: Place the lozenge in the mouth and allow it to dissolve slowly. Do not crush, chew or swallow as a whole.

Medicinal Benefits

Dexalone Cough Syrup is primarily used to treat dry cough. Dexalone Cough Syrup contains Dextromethorphan, which is a cough suppressant. It works by blocking the cough receptor present in the brain, which is known to cause cough. Dexalone Cough Syrup is generally prescribed for short-term treatment of dry cough.

How Dexalone Cough Syrup Works

Dexalone Cough Syrup contains Dextromethorphan, which is a cough suppressant. It works by blocking the cough receptor present in the brain, which is known to cause cough. Dexalone Cough Syrup is generally prescribed for short-term treatment of dry cough. It does not treat chronic cough or cough caused due to smoking, emphysema, and asthma.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Dexalone Cough Syrup

  • Dizziness
  • Drowsiness
  • Diarrhea
  • Respiratory depression
  • Sleepiness
  • Confusion 
  • Rash
  • Nausea

What if I have taken an overdose of Dexalone Cough Syrup

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Dexalone Cough Syrup as it may cause overdose. The symptoms of overdose include vomiting, nausea, drowsiness, difficulty breathing, dizziness, seizures (fits), or fast heartbeat. If you suspect you have taken overdose or notice signs of overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Drug Warnings

Do not take Dexalone Cough Syrup if you are allergic to any of its components. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before starting Dexalone Cough Syrup. Also, mention all the OTC medicines you are talking to your doctor about before taking Dexalone Cough Syrup. Dexalone Cough Syrup should not be stopped abruptly as it might lead to withdrawal symptoms like irritability, anxiety, diarrhoea, restlessness, and increased blood pressure. If your condition does not improve or your cough comes back or occurs with a fever or rash, please visit the doctor immediately, as this could be serious. Also, Dexalone Cough Syrup should be taken at least 15 days after your last dose of anti-depressants, especially monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAO), as taking both together may be fatal. Do not smoke, as it might worsen your symptoms.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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DextromethorphanPargyline
Critical
DextromethorphanSelegiline
Critical

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DextromethorphanPargyline
Critical
How does the drug interact with Dexalone Cough Syrup 60 ml:
Co-administration of Pargyline and Dexalone Cough Syrup 60 ml can increase the risk of serotonin syndrome (A condition in which a chemical called serotonin builds up in your body).

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Dexalone Cough Syrup 60 ml and Pargyline can lead to an interaction. However, if you experience any symptoms like confusion, hallucination, seizure, changes in blood pressure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle stiffness, tremors, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea, consult a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
DextromethorphanSelegiline
Critical
How does the drug interact with Dexalone Cough Syrup 60 ml:
Co-administration of Dexalone Cough Syrup 60 ml and Selegiline may increase the risk of serotonin syndrome (a condition in which a chemical called serotonin builds up in your body).

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Selegiline with Dexalone Cough Syrup 60 ml can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. If you notice any of these symptoms - confusion, hallucination, fits, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering, shaking, blurred vision, muscle spasm, stiffness, incoordination, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea - make sure to contact a doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
DextromethorphanTranylcypromine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Dexalone Cough Syrup 60 ml:
Taking Tranylcypromine with Dexalone Cough Syrup 60 ml can increase the risk of serotonin syndrome (a condition in which a chemical called serotonin increases in your body).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Dexalone Cough Syrup 60 ml with Tranylcypromine is not recommended, but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience confusion, hallucination(seeing and hearing things that do not exist), fit blood pressure alteration, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, pain in the muscles or stiffness, incoordination, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
DextromethorphanRasagiline
Critical
How does the drug interact with Dexalone Cough Syrup 60 ml:
Taking Rasagiline with Dexalone Cough Syrup 60 ml can increase the risk of serotonin syndrome (A condition in which a chemical called serotonin increase in your body).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Dexalone Cough Syrup 60 ml with Rasagiline is not recommended as it can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. If you notice any of these symptoms like confusion, hallucination, fits, extreme changes in blood pressure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle spasm or stiffness, shaking, incoordination, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea, consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
DextromethorphanIsocarboxazid
Critical
How does the drug interact with Dexalone Cough Syrup 60 ml:
Co-administration of Isocarboxazid with Dexalone Cough Syrup 60 ml can increase the risk of serotonin syndrome (A condition in which a chemical called serotonin builds up in your body).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Dexalone Cough Syrup 60 ml and Isocarboxazid can lead to an interaction. However, if you experience any symptoms like confusion, hallucination, seizure, changes in blood pressure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle stiffness, tremors, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea, consult a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
DextromethorphanPhenelzine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Dexalone Cough Syrup 60 ml:
Co-administration of Phenelzine and Dexalone Cough Syrup 60 ml can increase the risk of serotonin syndrome (A condition in which a chemical called serotonin builds up in your body).

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Phenelzine and Dexalone Cough Syrup 60 ml can lead to an interaction. However, if you experience any symptoms like confusion, hallucination, seizure, changes in blood pressure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle stiffness, tremors, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea, consult a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
DextromethorphanProcarbazine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Dexalone Cough Syrup 60 ml:
Co-administration of Dexalone Cough Syrup 60 ml and Procarbazine may increase the risk of serotonin syndrome (a condition in which a chemical called serotonin builds up in your body).

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Procarbazine with Dexalone Cough Syrup 60 ml can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. If you notice any of these symptoms - confusion, hallucination, seizure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering, shaking, blurred vision, muscle spasm, stiffness, incoordination, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea - make sure to contact a doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
DextromethorphanParoxetine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Dexalone Cough Syrup 60 ml:
Co-administration of Dexalone Cough Syrup 60 ml and Paroxetine may increase the effects of Dexalone Cough Syrup 60 ml.

How to manage the interaction:
If you are supposed to use Dexalone Cough Syrup 60 ml and Paroxetine together, your doctor may adjust the dose to safely use both medications. However, if you experience dizziness, drowsiness, difficulty breathing, anxiety, restless feeling, confusion, nervousness, or diarrhea, contact a doctor. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.
DextromethorphanDexfenfluramine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Dexalone Cough Syrup 60 ml:
Coadministration of Dexalone Cough Syrup 60 ml and Dexfenfluramine may increase the risk of serotonin syndrome (a condition in which a chemical called serotonin builds up in your body).

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Dexalone Cough Syrup 60 ml and Dexfenfluramine, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience symptoms such as seizures (fits), extreme changes in blood pressure, confusion, hallucination, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, tremors, incoordination, blurred vision, muscle spasm or stiffness, nausea, vomiting, stomach cramps, and diarrhea, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
DextromethorphanAmitriptyline
Severe
How does the drug interact with Dexalone Cough Syrup 60 ml:
Co-administration of Dexalone Cough Syrup 60 ml with Amitriptyline can increase the risk of serotonin syndrome. (A condition in which a chemical called serotonin builds up in your body).

How to manage the interaction:
Although using Dexalone Cough Syrup 60 ml and Amitriptyline together may cause an interaction, they can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. Consult a doctor if you have symptoms such as confusion, hallucination, fits, blood pressure alteration, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, pain in the muscles or stiffness, incoordination, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Inform a doctor if you have recently taken amitriptyline. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Wash your hands with soap and water regularly to prevent the spread of germs.

  • Eat plenty of foods rich in good bacteria like yogurt improve overall health.

  • Drink plenty of fluids to avoid dehydration.

  • Gargle with salt water for relief from sore throat.

  • Do not smoke as it might worsen your symptoms, so avoid tobacco intake.

  • Avoid alcohol consumption with Dexalone Cough Syrup as it may cause tiredness, drowsiness, or lack of concentration.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

RESPIRATORY STIMULANTS

Dexalone Cough Syrup Substitute

Substitutes safety advice
  • Brofex Syrup 100 ml

    0.89per tablet
  • Lastuss CT Tablet 10's

    3.06per tablet
  • Cofstop-DX 10mg Syrup 100 ml

    0.45per tablet
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Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid consumption of alcohol with Dexalone Cough Syrup as it may increase drowsiness. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol with Dexalone Cough Syrup.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Dexalone Cough Syrup is a category C pregnancy drug. Its safety in pregnancy is unknown, so it should be taken only if prescribed by a doctor.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Dexalone Cough Syrup is a category C pregnancy drug. Its safety in breastfeeding women is unknown, so it should be taken only if prescribed by a doctor.

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Driving

Unsafe

Dexalone Cough Syrup may cause drowsiness or tiredness in some people. Therefore, drive only if you are alert after taking Dexalone Cough Syrup.

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Liver

Caution

Take Dexalone Cough Syrup with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Kidney

Caution

Take Dexalone Cough Syrup with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Children

Caution

Dexalone Cough Syrup is not recommended for children below the age of 4. It can be really fatal if Dexalone Cough Syrup is given to children without a prescribed dose by a child specialist.

FAQs

Dexalone Cough Syrup is used to treat cough. It helps suppress cough due to minor sore throat and bronchial irritation associated with cold or inhaled irritants.
Dexalone Cough Syrup works by blocking the cough receptor present in the brain, which is known to cause cough.
No, Dexalone Cough Syrup should not be stopped abruptly without consulting your doctor as it might lead to withdrawal symptoms like irritability, anxiety, diarrhoea, restlessness, increased blood pressure. So, please consult your doctor, and he might lower your dose gradually depending upon your condition.
It is not recommended to take Dexalone Cough Syrup along with any anti-depressant medication as it contains dextromethorphan, leading to unpleasant side-effects or any drug interaction. Also, Dexalone Cough Syrup should be taken at least 15 days after your last dose of anti-depressants, especially monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAO).
No, never take more than the prescribed dose of Dexalone Cough Syrup. It may lead to symptoms like nausea, vomiting, drowsiness, dizziness, unsteadiness, changes in vision, difficulty in breathing, fast heartbeat, hallucination, seizures, and coma.
Dexalone Cough Syrup is a cough suppressant that is not a steroid, opiate, antihistamine, narcotic, or NSAID. It is also not a controlled substance in most countries, although it may be regulated in some. Additionally, it does not contain alcohol or codeine,
Dexalone Cough Syrup is an effective cough suppressant that works by acting on the brain to decrease the cough reflex. The recommended dose of dextromethorphan varies depending on individual factors such as age, height, and severity of condition. It's essential to take dextromethorphan exactly as directed by your physician, as they will determine the appropriate dose and frequency based on your specific needs.
Dexalone Cough Syrup is generally considered safe when taken as directed by a physician. However, it can cause drowsiness and fatigue, especially when taken in large doses or combined with other medications that cause sedation. If you're taking dextromethorphan, it's essential to be cautious when driving or operating heavy machinery. Additionally, dextromethorphan can increase blood sugar levels in some individuals, particularly those with diabetes. If you have diabetes, it's crucial to monitor your blood sugar levels closely while taking dextromethorphan.
Dexalone Cough Syrup is generally safe for people with high blood pressure but check with your doctor first. It may slightly increase blood pressure in some individuals. It does not thin blood or affect blood clotting. Always consult your doctor for personalized advice.
You can safely take Dexalone Cough Syrup with benzonatate, acetaminophen, ibuprofen, pseudoephedrine, guaifenesin, and Tamiflu. However, use caution when taking dextromethorphan with codeine or diphenhydramine as it may increase drowsiness. Always consult your doctor or pharmacist before combining medications, as they can provide personalized guidance based on your specific needs and medical history. It's important to ensure safe usage and avoid potential interactions.
If your doctor prescribes Dexalone Cough Syrup with antibiotics, it's safe to take. But if not, don't take it. Do not club any medications unless advised by the doctor.
Avoid consumption of alcohol with Dexalone Cough Syrup as it may increase drowsiness. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol with Dexalone Cough Syrup.
Before taking Dexalone Cough Syrup, it's crucial to get a proper diagnosis from a doctor. This ensures that the medication is suitable for your specific condition and won't interact with any ongoing medications or worsen underlying diseases. A doctor's guidance is essential to ensure safe and effective treatment, so don't self-medicate – consult a professional first!.
Use Dexalone Cough Syrup only as directed and for a limited time (usually 7-10 days). If your cough persists, consult your doctor.
The most common side effects of Dexalone Cough Syrup are dizziness, drowsiness, sleepiness, confusion, and nausea. Most of these side effects of Dexalone Cough Syrup do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
Consult your doctor before taking Dexalone Cough Syrup if you have an underlying medical condition, such as liver disease, kidney disease, or respiratory problems.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Kerom 3Rd Floor Plot No A112, Near State Bank Of India Road No 22, Wagle Industrial Estate Thane (W) Pin: 400604
Other Info - DEX0331

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